Shenzhen – From Farmland to a Futuristic Metropolis
By V. Sivaji When I first visited Shenzhen three decades ago, it was little more than a quiet border town, dotted with small farms, rustic villages and fishing boats along…
PCEB Strengthens Penang’s Hospitality Sector Through Strategic MICE Engagement
As part of its ongoing commitment to strengthening Penang’s position as a leading destination for MICE events, the Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau (PCEB) organised a strategic knowledge-sharing session titled…
William Chong – The New Sales Director (Spirits), Asiaeuro Wines & Spirits Sdn Bhd
William Chong has long been a prominent figure in the premium wine & spirits industry in the Northern Region. Befitting his extensive tenure in the industry, he is now promoted…
Qanova Group Expands Beyond Penang, Strengthens Presence in Kuala Lumpur and Malacca
By V. Sivaji Penang-based Qanova Group is making bold strides beyond its home turf, expanding its footprint into two of Malaysia’s key tourism hubs — Kuala Lumpur and Malacca —…
Penang International Travel Exchange (PITE) 2025 kicks off with a vibrant start
By V. Sivaji The 8th edition of the Penang International Travel Exchange (PITE) 2025 got off to a lively start at the Setia SPICE Convention Centre here. A total of…
MICCI Refutes Negative Narrative on Langkawi Tourist Arrivals
Media statement by Dato’ Brian Tan – Chairman MICCI Northern Branch The Malaysian International Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MICCI) Northern Chapter strongly contests the recent narrative of weak tourist…
MAH Kedah/Perlis Chapter holds quarterly meeting at the Dash Resort Langkawi
By V. Sivaji The Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH) Kedah/Perlis Chapter held its quarterly meeting at the scenic Dash Resort Langkawi, drawing a record number of participants from across the…
RIYAZ International and Jin Jiang Hotels China Region Sign Strategic Partnership to Expand Cross-Border Hospitality Across Southeast Asia
Malaysian-owned hospitality group, RIYAZ International Sdn. Bhd., has formalised a strategic partnership with Jin Jiang Hotels China Region to launch RJJ Hotels Sdn. Bhd. and expand its footprint across Southeast…
Penang’s tourism booms with over 8.2 million hotel guests in 2024, surpassing pre-pandemic levels
Penang welcomed a remarkable 8,237,072 hotel guests throughout 2024, marking a 13.3% increase from the 7,272,526 guests recorded in 2023. This impressive figure not only reflects a strong recovery but…
The Millen Penang teams up with DoubleWoot for “A Blossoming Tale” mooncake collection
The Millen Penang Autograph Collection, proudly announces its first-ever mooncake collection in collaboration with the renowned homegrown fashion brand DoubleWoot, unveiling A Blossoming Tale mooncake collection for this Mid-Autumn Festival…